López Heredia "Viña Tondonia" Rioja Gran Reserva (2004)

Viña Tondonia, Rioja Alta, Rioja, Spain

Varietal(s): Tempranillo, Garnacho, Graciano and Mazuelo (Cariñena)

The 2004 Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva didn't stop growing and changing in the glass for the good three hours that lasted the tasting of the portfolio. This was aromatic (but took some time in the glass to open up), floral, perfumed, elegant and nuanced. The year was excellent, textbook, and the grapes from Viña Tondonia were picked from the 11th of October, the dates from yesteryear. It has complex notes of forest floor, truffle, wild herbs, spices and mushrooms and a touch of iodine. This is velvety, with super elegant tannins and a supple finish. It has clout and persistence, but there's also something ethereal about it. It's full of energy, light and power. This should be almost eternal. Bravo! 24,000 bottles produced.

Allocated Item | 100pts. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate